Description
This book provides a practical introduction to dynamic and positive displacement compressors, including compressor performance, operation, and problem awareness. In reading this book readers will learn what is needed to select, operate, and troubleshoot compressors. Complete with real-life case histories, the book demonstrates investigative techniques for identifying and isolating various contributing causes, including design deficiencies, manufacturing defects, adverse environmental conditions, operating errors, and intentional or unintentional changes of the machinery process that usually precede failure.
Author: Anthony Giampaolo, MSME, PE
Published: 2010
Format: Hardback
Pages: 300
Table Of Contents:
Introduction
History
General Compressor Theory
Thermodynamics of Compression
Compressor Types
Dynamic Compressors
Axial Compressors
Centrifugal Compressors
Variations in Compressor Design
Positive Displacement Compressors
Blowers
Reciprocating Compressors
Integral Engine Compressors
Preliminary Selection and Sizing
Screw Compressors
Screw Compressor Control
Effect of Operating Conditions
Effects of Temperature & Pressure
Effects of Compression Ratio
Effects of Specific Heat Ratio
Throughput Control
Speed Control
Suction Throttling Control
Discharge Valve Throttling Control
Recycle Valve Control
Variable Volume Pocket Control
Description of Surge
Surge & Stall
Stone Wall
Surge Control
Minimum Flow Control
Maximum Pressure Control
Ratio Control
Vibration
Rotor Response
Sources of Vibration
Valve Requirements
Valve Types
Valve Trim
Instrument Requirements
Sensor Types
Speed of Response
Detectable Problems
Mechanical Problems
Electrical problems
Performance Problems
Case Studies
Case Study 1—Compressor Surge Control
Using Programmable Logic Controllers
Case Study 2—Optimization & Revitalization of
Existing Reciprocating Compression Assets
Case Study 3—Piston Rod Run-out is a Key Criterion for Recip Compressors
Case Study 4—Effect of Pulsation Bottle
Design on the Performance of a Modern
Low-speed Gas Transmission Compressor Piston
Case Study 5—Resolution of a Compressor
Valve Failure: A Case Study
APPENDIX
INDEX
